Couch to 5K anyone???

MandaJean83

I did it in February last year and have been in 5 races since then and am now running up to 10 miles. It is an incredible program! Don't be afraid to repeat days if you need to and don't be intimidated by the longer run days. It actually was easier for me to run longer than all the starting and stopping. LOL. Good luck to everyone!

That is amazing!!! I want to be like you!

junyr

I just did w1d3 today and wondered how to know when you are ready to move on? I was able to do it, but I wouldn't call it easy - I'm not sure I feel any better at the end of it now than I did on the first day. Do you keep repeating the week until you feel like it is a cakewalk or do you push yourself to the next week and see if you can do it?

Also, I tend to do the elliptical (usually hill setting) after C25K. Am I messing anything up by doing more that same session? Help and advice greatly welcomed!

If I completed a day I called it a "pass". If I got to the next day and could not complete it I'd repeat that day til it could be completed, again, once the day was done go ot the next day.

marielouisehilton

Hi all,
I did C25K last year and loved it! Having never been able to run before it was really great - I used the free podcasts from the NHS website, they were brilliant, good music and Laura is really great to listen to. She tells you how she found it and gives you tips, it's really motivational.

I agree with the other posts - you don't have to move up each week, do what feels right. I also agree that towards the end I found keeping going easier than starting and stopping. I am now doing bridge to 10k and have my first 10k run for charity in May - am scared but really excited at the same time.

I find the first 10mins of any run is the worst, if you can get through that it get's easier. Don't start off too fast, get into a rhythm and then if you're feeling ok half way through you can try and speed up a bit towards the end. You do get days where it just isn't happening as well - I found the best thing to do was to listen to my body and try it again the next time, some days for whatever reason just aren't meant to be running days!

Good luck all )

PS The NHS website has great community posts you can join as well with useful tips and people going through the same thing. I would thoroughly recommend it )

woodstockmom

This program looks fun. I have been running intervals on my own for the past few weeks but I love the idea of working toward a goal. I'll start today. Thanks!!

alyson820

I'm week 2!

I did it last year and the program totally works. I just wish I hadn't stopped running.

Bunn11

I've completed wk one &off out v.shortly for wk2d1... never really been a runner but enjoying the challenge (&it really is one for me mentally &physically)

Good luck everyone -feel free 2add me

lilyvale68

Just finished week 2. Start week 3 on Monday. I actually feel it getting easier as the week progresses. I wouldn't have expected that in only three days per week.

Feel free to add me.

valerietoxii

I will do my 3rd day of week two today! I actually did week 1 twice because I didn't think I could move on. Once I actually did, I was so proud of myself and I felt awesome!

Graciecny

If I completed a day I called it a "pass". If I got to the next day and could not complete it I'd repeat that day til it could be completed, again, once the day was done go ot the next day.

Brilliant! Makes total sense! And that is what I shall do. Thank you for posting!

FWIW, my issue is that I don't like to give up, ever. So "failing" a day (ie: not being able to complete it) will be hard, but I'm going to push myself to find it a motivator. Like I CAN do this!

hannahwrnr

I just did w1d3 today and wondered how to know when you are ready to move on? I was able to do it, but I wouldn't call it easy - I'm not sure I feel any better at the end of it now than I did on the first day. Do you keep repeating the week until you feel like it is a cakewalk or do you push yourself to the next week and see if you can do it?

Also, I tend to do the elliptical (usually hill setting) after C25K. Am I messing anything up by doing more that same session? Help and advice greatly welcomed!

I started week two yesterday and was really worried because week one was rough for me! Week two day one went by so much easier! It was more running, but I got on a rhythm and it was great! I say keep moving and if you need to take a step back then you can oh and I normally do the bike for a bit after running, but n more than like 15-20 min. It hasn't messed anything up yet!

froeschli

going on my 3rd run tomorrow if the snow isn't ankle deep...

kimmyj74

You can add me to your friend list. I am on week 2 and this is the second time I have done the program. Did it last summer/fall then ran my first 5K. Doing C25K again to get ready for spring running outside since I've slacked all winter. I want to run more 5K's this coming year.

mollyonamission

Starting Monday. Anyone else??

Jesea

I started this in the Fall of 2010, but gave up when it became difficult with my little one in the stroller (he started throwing stuff and fussing). Started again this past week at week 5, did days 1& 2, and on to Day 3...No excuses this time! I like Carli's podcasts.

mollyonamission

Also how do we log exercise

psychopiglet

I'm planning to get started on this next week once I've been paid and can get myself some nice new trainers (I have trainers but want some special new ones for this :P) and a new sports bra, since I managed to lose the one I had. I'm going to be running late at night or early in the morning to start with so I'm not put off by other people having to see the fatty run. Haha.

I already have an app downloaded on my droid and I''ve pretty much decided on my route. I'm kinda excited to get started!

smareeh

I have ran in the past but always off and on. I can jog about 2 miles in 15 min but want to actually start over and work up with a program instead of just pushing myself. So I am starting a similar program tonight through "run like a mother". We can do this everyone.

chiltonenator

I did wk7d1 today. I have the iPhone app from Zen Labs - it's not perfect but I like it. I put Pandora radio on in the background - but you can't lock the screen, you have to leave the screen open. There's a big jump in week 5 where you run 20 minutes, but you'll be ready for it - just trust the training you've done up to then. The only problem I've had with the c25k program was when I tried to do weightlifting on the rest day (squats, dead lifts) - my legs felt like they were made out of concrete the next day.

This is a great way to get off the couch and get running. If you're thinking about doing it - then do it!

amberjay0

Me and my boyfriend are starting this week i am so excited running out side will be so much better

divasoofly

I did it in February last year and have been in 5 races since then and am now running up to 10 miles. It is an incredible program! Don't be afraid to repeat days if you need to and don't be intimidated by the longer run days. It actually was easier for me to run longer than all the starting and stopping. LOL. Good luck to everyone!

This is so true. Use your own discretion as far as moving on. I finished Week 7 Day 3 today and I continued to run until I had run 4:63 miles which took me an hour to do. I am thoroughly enjoying this journey. Keep at it but at your own pace. The journey is worth it.

courtneymal17

I just finished week 1, starting week 2 on monday!! Can't wait, I love it so far! Anyone feel free to add me as well

doctrk

on week 1 day 3 add me too

crochelle17

Im starting on monday feel free to add me anyone! im excited and scared lol! i was the 12min mile walker all through high school so i guess better late then never to become a runner!

laineylynnfit

Can anyone tell me the best iphone app to use for this? I thought there would be one app but there are several! I am not sure which one to use!

froeschli

I use RunKeeper - the free version, but there are others out there. I can't say which is best - I've only used this one...
Did day 3 today - across packed snow and ice :happy:

grumpy2day

Went to the beach yesterday to do week 1 day 1, I fell 2 intervals short of the 8 and a little stiff and sore today. I can't wait to try again tomorrow. In the meantime I took a leisurely 45 min walk on the beach today and was rewarded with some beauyiful sea glass.

laineylynnfit

I am doing Day 2 of Wk 1 tomorrow. Day 1 (Tuesday) was very successful and was such a great cardio session. I have two of my cousins who decided to do it with me and my sister also decided to do it although she can already run a mile w/out stopping. She said I inspired her to start the program!

matrim68

Im on week 7, day 2. It is amazing. I was already running and doing HIIT but this program has increased my speed and wind drastically. Its a big confidence boost too when you complete each big run.

emilybeatrice1

i am going to try it

ladykathalina

I did it in February last year and have been in 5 races since then and am now running up to 10 miles. It is an incredible program! Don't be afraid to repeat days if you need to and don't be intimidated by the longer run days. It actually was easier for me to run longer than all the starting and stopping. LOL. Good luck to everyone!

You inspire me. I am 53 and have wanted to set and obtain this goal my self but have never accomplished it. I am going to make it my goal this year 2012. Thank your for your post. Here's to celebrating my success!! :drinker:


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